Sushmita Roy
About Sushmita Roy
Sushmita Roy is an editorial intern at Global Citizen. She studied journalism and psychology at New York University. Her close friends and family started calling her “Sushi” before the dish became mainstream. Sushmita’s research interests include immigration, human interest stories, and social psychology. She passionate about advocating for gender equality and immigration rights.
Stories
EnvironmentThis 22-Year-Old Is Running From NYC to LA to Raise Awareness About Ocean Plastic
Sam Bencheghib plans to run 20 miles a day, six days a week, for six months. Read more
EnvironmentMiley Cyrus Says We Need to Treat Women and the Planet Better
"We just take and take and expect it to keep producing. And it's exhausted.” Read more
Citizenship10 Colorful Photos of Strength and Resilience From Around the World This Week
From Pride marches to the US women's national soccer team's win, this week was filled with hope. Read more
Girls & WomenMexico City’s First Female Mayor Pledges to End Violence Against Women
Approximately 1,100 women were murdered in Mexico between January and May. Read more
EnvironmentThe Netherlands Turned 316 Bus Stops Into Homes for Bees
Bees and other pollinators are crucial for the cultivation of more than 75% of the country’s crops. Read more
Girls & Women5 Ways Family Planning Is Crucial to Gender Equality
Without adequate funding, the future of millions of women and girls is at risk. Read more
Water & SanitationIndia's Water Scarcity Crisis Disproportionately Affects Its Poorest Neighborhoods
Those who can afford it still have access to seemingly unlimited water. Read more
EnvironmentA Climate Disaster Takes Place Every Week Around the World, UN Says
Climate-related disasters are estimated to cost $520 billion a year. Read more
EducationPeriod Pain Causes 20% of Young Girls Around the World to Miss School, Study Says
Nearly 41% of girls reported decreased performance or lowered concentration in classroom. Read more
EnvironmentNestlé Launches New Biodegradable Snack Packaging
The move is part of the company's effort to make all packaging recyclable and reusable by 2025. Read more